San Anselmo · Land use · Emergency shelter
Where is an emergency shelter allowed in San Anselmo?
In San Anselmo, an emergency shelter is allowed in 3 base zones (P, C-L and C-3) and not allowed in 7 (San Anselmo use tables, read October 2026).
Key points
- Allowed: P, C-L and C-3
- Not allowed: R-1-H, R-1-C, R-1, R-2, R-3, C-1 and C-2
Find your lot's zone on the city zoning map, then read its row. Every status below was read from the San Anselmo Municipal Code use tables (read October 2026). Base zones only. General information, not legal advice — check with the city before you apply.
Zones where an emergency shelter can go
San Anselmo's code calls this use “Emergency Shelters”. Each row links to the use table it comes from. A zone marked “see note” has a condition in the code, for example upper floors only or a larger lot.
| Zone | Status | Code |
|---|---|---|
| P | Allowed | Article 3 — Land Use Regulations |
| C-L | Allowed | Article 3 — Land Use Regulations |
| C-3 | Allowed | Article 3 — Land Use Regulations |
Zones where it is not allowed
What else applies
- Separate row 'Low-Barrier Navigation Centers' (P in P, C-1, C-2, C-L, C-3) is a different use and not counted.
- State law: State law (Gov. Code § 65583, SB 2) requires every city to allow emergency shelters by right in at least one zone.
- Not covered here: R-HO (overlay, not in table); PF (Public Facilities); OS (Open Space). Overlay zones and specific plans can also change the answer.
Other uses in San Anselmo
Who this affects
Frequently asked questions
Can I have an emergency shelter in the R-1-H zone in San Anselmo?
No. San Anselmo's use table does not allow it in R-1-H (Article 3 — Land Use Regulations).
Can I have an emergency shelter in the P zone in San Anselmo?
Yes. San Anselmo's use table lists it as allowed in P (Article 3 — Land Use Regulations).
General information, not legal advice.
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